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Geraldo Rivera said on his radio show Thursday that he's contemplating a 2014 run for the Senate in New Jersey as a Republican.
"I mention this only briefly: Fasten your seatbelt," he said on his radio show. (Mediaite has posted the audio.)
"I mentioned this only briefly to my wife," he continued, "but I am and I've been in touch with some people in the Republican Party in New Jersey." Name recognition wouldn't be much of an issue since Mr. Rivera is a well known TV and radio host. He's also a commentator for Fox News, which is owned by News Corp., as is The Wall Street Journal.

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Moisture is a constant companion, and threat, to the Hamilton Fish Newburgh-Beacon Bridge. Moisture penetration and its freeze-thaw cycle had begun to damage the concrete surface of the bridge that carries Interstate 84 across the Hudson River in New York. That led New York Bridge Authority officials to take action that was in the public interest—but certainly a challenge for the contractor.
First, the bridge had to be resurfaced in sections, with only 11-hour night-time closings allowed. That meant milling, cleaning and paving each portion in a single shift.
Second, the mix contained a high rubber content, which required extremely high temperatures.
"It was a fairly difficult mix to work with, but the most pressure came from moving equipment on and off the bridge deck to mill, clean, dry and pave," said Alfie Bockemuhl, PE project manager with Argenio Bros., Inc. "There was a $10,000 per day fine if we didn't get off the road early enough. And there were worries about having to stop in the middle of a shift. We were constantly watching the weather."
The 304 m (1,000') twin-span, cantilever bridge, connecting Newburgh and Beacon and only a few miles from the United States Military Academy at West Point, was last overhauled in the early 1980s. This year, Authority officials determined the best course was to repair the concrete surface and any underlying damaged portions of the span, then place a lift of asphalt with high rubber content to seal the concrete and prevent future moisture penetration.
The work started in September and continued through much of October. The specs called for milling 38 mm (1.5") of concrete, then cleaning the area, and then placing 38 mm (1.5") of the rubber-based asphalt.
All work on the three-lane bridge took place at night. Crews were allowed to close one lane at 7 p.m. and the second lane at 9 p.m. That left one lane open at all times. Sections of the road were milled and paved in a single night. Crews had to be off the road by 6 a.m.
The lanes are 3.7 m (12') wide, with 457 mm (18") outer shoulders. The crown is in the middle of the center lane, with a 2 percent cross-slope running off it.
"The bridge had a very consistent deck surface, so we just mimicked it," said Bockemuhl. "We just made sure we kept the same grade when we milled, and followed that when we paved."
There was no rideability spec per se, "but we did have to maintain a high degree of rideability," Bockemuhl said.
Shoulders were not milled or re-paved. "There is a catch basin every 100' (30 m), and it would have added considerable time and money to the project," Bockemuhl said. "The Bridge Authority chose not to include any shoulder work."
Repairs were made before milling even started. Obvious troublespots were jackhammered and filled with a quick-drying concrete.
A Cat® PM200 Cold Planer then made a pass at a width of 2.2 m (88"). It took the mill two full passes, and one half pass, to complete the work.
Milling also exposed more damaged areas. Argenio Bros. crews chipped out the trouble spots and applied fast-patch, which dried within 20 minutes. This created complications because the repairs had to go quickly, as the cleanup—and then paving—still had to follow, and all work had to be completed to meet the 6 a.m. daily deadline.
This portion of the project proved to be a real challenge for the crew. Original estimates were that 23 m2 (250 ft2) of the surface would need the fast-patch. More than four times that amount ultimately was required.
Bridge authorities were determined to make the resurfacing last. Part of that effort hinged on exhaustive cleaning that would ensure adhesion of the sealant, and then the asphalt.
The first step after milling was a traditional sweep to remove heavy dust. Next came a high-pressure wash and another sweeping. The slurry was vacuumed into a truck, as the materials could not be allowed to fall into the Hudson River.
The power wash created moisture, so a jet dryer blow-dried the deck until the concrete moisture content was below 6 percent. The dryer worked at a temperature of about 149˚ C (300˚ F), hot enough to expedite drying without damaging the bridge.
An edge sealer was applied and a proprietary tack, which prevents pickup of the rubber-based asphalt, was placed in the main areas of the cleaned surface.
"The cleaning process was very time consuming," Bockemuhl said. "As a result, we were covering roughly one-tenth of what we normally could do in the same timeframe.
"The cleaning also created that many more moving parts on the jobsite. You take the traditional mill and fill out of it, and now you have to make sure the washers all function, that the vacuum truck does what it has to do, that the equipment that dries the deck is ready to go."
The timing meant many of the pieces worked simultaneously. "We didn't have the luxury of completing 100 percent of one step before starting another," Bockemuhl said. "There just wasn't time."
Besides logistical challenges, it made for jobsite congestion. "Including drivers and subs, we had 30 people on the deck at all times," Bockemuhl said. There was not much room for maneuvering since one of the three lanes remained open to traffic, and the shoulders were only 457 mm (18") wide.
"Traffic is always an issue, and that was certainly the case on this job—on a bridge," Bockemuhl said.
The paving process had its own challenges. The mix required very high temperatures to liquefy the rubber. The asphalt left the plant at a temperature of 238˚-243˚ C (460˚-470˚ F) and arrived at the jobsite at about 232˚ C (450˚ F). It was 177˚ C (350˚ F) behind the paver. Crews were actually off the asphalt at a temperature of 121˚ C (250˚ F).
A Cat AP1055D Asphalt Paver with an AS2301 Screed placed the 38 mm (1.5") lift at a pace of about 4.6 m (15') per minute, at a typical width of 5.6 m (18.5'). "The overall job was about doing every step right, and not trying to hit a production number," Bockemuhl said.
The paver's automated grade and slope settings helped it match the milled surface.
The operator still had much to watch. "Every 100' (30 m) we tied into a bridge joint or a steel finger joint," Bockemuhl said. "Our approach into and out of those joints was critical in ensuring there were no bumps. There is virtually no flexibility when you're tying into a piece of steel."
With the exception of the high temperature, Bockemuhl said the mix was typical in many ways, but problems did result when it cooled. "Once you lose a good hundred degrees (Fahrenheit), the mix becomes difficult to work with," he said. That meant crews had to be particularly careful when finishing the last section for that day. Crews had to make sure the paver was removed quickly enough and the last of the mix quickly compacted.
The asphalt also proved a challenge in terms of appearance. "Anything you do to that mat creates a blemish," Bockemuhl said. "If you were to walk on it, you'd never get the footprint out. It reacts differently."
Only a breakdown and finishing roller were required. Handling breakdown was a 3.6 metric ton (4 ton) roller. It went to work immediately behind the paver; the mix was close to 177˚ C (350˚ F) at first contact. The high temperature was the reason for the lightweight roller.
That roller made a pass up, a pass back, and then moved on. A Cat CB54 Tandem Vibratory Roller handled finish rolling, with two static passes. Testing showed that these patterns produced a little more than 94 percent of theoretical maximum density.
Bockemuhl looks at the successful completion of the project as more a mastery of logistics than the paving process. "It was all the moving parts, and also finding creative ways to complete the sweeping and cleaning—and drying," he said.
The project serves as a reminder that a paving project is about the successful completion of every step, not just how many tons are placed in a day.
Pullquote: "It was a fairly difficult mix to work with, but the most pressure came from moving equipment on and off the bridge deck to mill, clean, dry and pave."
– Alfie Bockemuhl
Argenio Bros., Inc.
Visibility was a challenge on the Hamilton Fish Newburgh-Beacon Bridge. The extremely hot mix temperature created more steam than usual. Yet the tight working area created few opportunities for light stands.
Powermoon systems reduce glare and shadows to enhance visibility. They also attach to and move with the machines—a crucial benefit on this jobsite.
"It created good light for all the guys," said Alfie Bockemuhl, PE project manager. "It was good ambient light. We didn't have to put 15 light stands out there. It was really nice on a crowded night-time job like this, with the only 'free' space an 18" (457 mm) shoulder.
"There simply wasn't room for all the lights, and we saved time by not having to set up and take down the lights daily. Time was too tight as it was.
"Those lights really did the job."
Sam Lewis has spent much of his career driving trucks. After spending a night behind the wheel of a new Cat® CT660 vocational truck, Lewis was impressed.
"It's definitely the future," said Lewis, owner of Speedway Trucking, based in Newburgh, N.Y.
Lewis made multiple trips to and from the Hamilton Fish Newburgh-Beacon Bridge during the restoration project. One night, the local Cat dealer provided Lewis with the new CT660 vocational truck to drive for a shift. "I loved that truck," he said. "It drove like a car."
He specifically praised the comfort and visibility of the CT660 and the smooth shifting of the X31 automatic transmission.
The loads were heavy—Lewis hauled millings—but the weight wasn't an issue. "It has the power and torque," he said.
The jobsite was tight, but the CT660 is built for maneuverability. The chassis features a set-back axle, class-leading wheel cut and extra-tight turning radius for enhanced maneuvering and driving performance.
"I would tell anyone who is looking, 'That's the truck to buy,'" Lewis said.


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Normandy: First Visit
A long dream sequence cutscene will occur on the Normandy. In this cutscene, chase the small child in the distance. He will run away a few times, and eventually the cutscene will end.
Aboard the Normandy, you can win some Reputation points while talking to Liara and Specialist Traynor and Admiral Hackett. Now you can explore your ship, much like the Citadel.
On a control pad, click the RIGHT STICK to quickly switch to your Normandy map while aboard the ship. This will help you navigate the confusing hallways much easier.
Captain's Cabin
The Captain's Cabin contains an Armor Locker that allows you to change your armor and even customize a non-armor appearance for the Normandy. You can activate music tracks by interacting with the Sound System by your bed.
The Private Terminal located in the Captain's Cabin and on the CIC can be used to gain intel and get tips about meeting familiar Characters and beginning Side Missions.
Finally, this is where your Models appear. In your exploration of the Normandy you can find Models to add to your trophy cases. You can also purchase these in shops.
- See the Models section for a complete list of Model locations
Combat Information Center (CIC)
The CIC contains the Galaxy Map which is what you use to explore the many systems of The Milky Way. You can explore freely or use your Journal to tackle specific missions.
Also in this room you will get periodic updates from Specialist Traynor, who will even tip you off to Side Missions, especially N7 Missions.
- Initiate N7 Mission: Cerberus Lab - Visit the Combat Information Center on the Normandy for the first time and you will have the Cerberus Lab N7 Mission added to your Journal.
You can check out your Normandy map to see the various people you can talk to on each level of the ship -- for instance, Joker is always on the bridge.
Head behind the elevator to find a new addition to the ship, the War Room, with the War Terminal. This is the interface where you can see all of your War Assets, including those you've recently procured. Each War Asset adds to your ratings in the lower left. You can also access your Galaxy at War map here, but you cannot use it just yet.
Finally, the Vid Comm here is where you can talk to Alliance brass, like Anderson and Hackett. Traynor will let you know when you have a message from them.
Crew Deck
The Crew Deck is where many Squad Members reside. It's also home to Medical, where your doctor resides. If you recruited a doctor on the Citadel, Dr. Chakwas or Dr. Michel will tell you about your Appearance. Your scars, glowing red ones, will appear only if you amass Renegade points. Paragon points will keep your appearance clear.
- See Appearance for more on Shepard's look.
Here in Medical you can do two very important things.
- Reassign Powers - You can reassign your points to different powers one time FREE. Additional reassignments cost Credits. You can also reassign Squad Member powers.
- Reassign Power Bonuses - By conversing with your Squad Members you can gain powers which you can purchase here. You cannot do anything with this yet, but after you talk to James Vega in the Shuttle Bay, you can assign your first Power Bonus.
Stop by Liara's Office across from Medical to talk to Liara and get introduced to Glyph, her VI assistant. Here are the things you can do in Liara's Office:
- Use the Intel Terminal to procure upgrades.
- Check the Broker Terminal for Shadow Broker-related updates.
After chatting with Liara, there's not much more to do on the Crew Deck except get a Model.
- Pick up the Destiny Ascension Model in the Life Support area of the Normandy's Crew Deck.
Engineering is where Diana Allers is residing, so be sure to choose a subject for her to research. The decision affects your Paragon/Renegade status. (Cerberus is the Renegade option).
Head down the stairwell in the hallway leading to engineering to find the sub-deck. Here you can get two Models.
- Turian Cruiser - By a cylindrical tank.
- Sovereign - In a crate by the desk.
If you are patient, you can also nab a space hamster scurrying around the floor of the engineering sub-deck. Perhaps she escaped from Sheperd's quarters while the new Normandy was getting it's N7 makeover?
Engineer Adams resides in Engineering. You can talk to him for some Reputation points before heading down to the Shuttle Bay.
Shuttle Bay
The shuttle bay houses some very important people and utilities. Be sure to upgrade your weapons with the Weapon Mods you've found while you are here.
- Weapon Bench - This important utility allows you to modify your weapons and change your loadout. See Weapon Mods for more.
- Procurement Interface - This is a shop that collects all of the other shops you've visited into one convenient location. See Shops for more.
Lieutenant Cortez handles the Procurement and shops. He is also a Romanceable Character.
Unlock Fortification Bonus Power
You can talk to James Vega in the Shuttle Bay to unlock Fortification as your first Bonus Power. It costs 5000 credits and you can equip it in Medical.
In the conversation you can use Interrupts to gain Reputation points while you spar, so keep an eye on the corners of the screen. Near James is another Model.
- Normandy SR-1 Model - Near James Vega in the Shuttle Bay on the Normandy is a pile of crates with this model on it.
With the tour of the ship complete you can now head to CIC and use the Galaxy Map to head to your next destination.


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In my swimsuit by 1:00 pm.
Lake days are the best.
Kudos to my parents for buying a house on a lake so that my general population doesn't have to see my pasty white skin.
(See Elle in the bottom corner?!)
Left: Chocolate Caramel Coconut Cupcake
Right: Oatmeal Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies
I made the cupcakes for Lucy's birthday and they were a tremendous hit. Totally rich, a fun surprise in the middle and they're a little like a Girl Scout cookie. Fabulous.
Just last Monday night, I made the dough for the Oatmeal Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies, decided that I was too tired to stay up to bake them, and baked up a sheet of them the next morning, instead. The Coach was over that night and he demolished what was left of them. I think it's safe to assume that these cookies will always remind me of him. So this better end up okay, because I'm going to be especially pissed if he ruins these cookies for me.
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Middle: Cilantro Rice
Right: Brown Rice Bowl with Shrimp, Snow Peas and Avocado


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| 2.4°C Belfast
Four people have been arrested after three wealthy tourists were bludgeoned by a hammer-wielding attacker who sneaked into their hotel room in the middle of the night.
A lone man managed to get into the room on the seventh floor of the four-star Cumberland Hotel near Marble Arch in London's West End in the early hours of Sunday morning.
When one of the women woke up, he attacked her with the hammer, and then turned on the two other victims, fleeing the hotel in bloodstained clothes.
One woman is in a critical condition and the other two remain in hospital although their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman said three men, aged 56, 34 and 32, were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder at addresses in Islington, north London, yesterday. A 31-year-old woman was held on suspicion of handling stolen goods.
All four remain in custody at north London police stations.
It is understood that the three women, who are all from the United Arab Emirates, had deliberately left their door unlocked because they were staying in the hotel as part of a large family group.
They were sleeping with three children, who were unharmed, in two adjoining rooms.
The wealthy family, who had come to London for shopping and sightseeing, arrived in the UK between April 3 and 5 and the women had visited large West End stores on Saturday.
No keys were stolen from the hotel and police said there had been no breach of security at the venue. Detectives are scouring CCTV to establish the movements of both the women and their attacker earlier in the day.
The Cumberland Hotel is near Europe's busiest shopping street, Oxford Street, and has 1,000 rooms including a Jimi Hendrix suite.


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South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney got the largest crowd and provided some beefy material for reporters on Day 1 of SEC Media Days.
That was small-time compared to the Sharknado* of attention given to Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel. The Heisman Trophy winner has had an interesting offseason fueled largely by polarizing opinions over his visibility on social media and rumors about his behavior away from the field. Manziel's perception took another hit when a report over the weekend said the quarterback was sent home from the Manning Passing Academy, where he was a student counselor, for allegedly being hungover.
(*We had to get that reference in there somewhere.)
Speaking on ESPN Wednesday morning during SEC Media Days, Manziel had a chance to tell his side of the story. As one would expect, Manziel denied being hungover. "Absolutely not," Manziel said, adding that nothing about last Friday night contributed to him missing meetings the following morning; rather, Manziel explained that he overslept the next morning. Manziel described the decision to leave the Academy as "mutual" but "disappointing."
Maybe it was bogus. Maybe it wasn't.
Joe Tessitore conducted a good interview with tough questions, but Manziel, who has always been good in front of cameras, handled himself relatively well.
His responses were a bit of a mixed bag. On one hand, Manziel was engaging and seemed genuine when talking about the whirlwind of the past year. Manziel recognizes the missteps he's taken, but he doesn't necessarily apologize for them. He certainly doesn't pretend to be something he isn't. On the other, he gave some answers that sounded scripted (because they probably were) and skirted around other questions. For example, Manziel gave a "no comment" when asked if he was drinking at the Manning Academy.
That's all to be expected. Manziel is in damage control mode now, even if the damage isn't all that bad. This morning will be the first of many times the redshirt sophomore has to answer for something he did besides throwing a football. That's the expectation that goes along with being the reigning Heisman Trophy winner and current face of the program, regardless of age.
Personally, it never felt like much of what Manziel did was all that bad (although if Manziel genuinely was hungover at the Manning Passing Academy, that's a different story). As long as he's a good teammate, respects his coaches, and prepares for each game the way he should, the other stuff will be quickly forgotten.
Will Manziel actually cut back or otherwise eliminate his visibility away from the field — the very thing that brings extra attention to him? Probably, at least for the immediate future. Fall camp provides some structure that helps with that.
But here's hoping Manziel, a likable and interesting guy, doesn't start putting up a wall when speaking to media. Even though he has every right to.


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Almost four decades after Israel's premeditated attack on the USS Liberty, on June 8, 1967, an agency of the federal government is going to give the controversy some air time. The State Department is sponsoring a conference entitled, " The United States, the Middle East, and the 1967 Arab-Israeli War." It will be held on Jan. 12-13, 2004, in Washington, DC.
Incredibly, A. Jay Cristol, the leading protagonist for Zionist Israel's version of what happened on that fateful day will be one of the affair's prime presenters on the 12th. Because of the context of the "War, Intelligence & the USS Liberty" segment of the designed program, he will be permitted to put on the record, without the benefit of any cross examination, his prejudiced views. Fortunately, the distinguished author, and supporter of the Liberty cause, James Bamford, will also be on the two hour agenda to add some needed balance. It is wrong for Cristol to get equal billing with Bamford.
According to Cristol's press release, he intends to hype the supposed relevance of the recorded conversation of "two helicopter pilots" of the Israelis, that has "been kept secret for 37 years." He claims the "recordings proved that Israel had mistaken the USS Liberty for an Egyptian ship." They will do nothing of the kind. The attack was deliberate and no after-the-fact dissembling by Cristol, the author of the hearsay-dominated book, "The Liberty Incident," will alter that inescapable fact.
The Liberty was one of the most sophisticated electronic intelligence ships in the world at the time it was murderously attacked. It was stationed in international waters, 13 miles off the Sinai Peninsula in the eastern Mediterranean, proudly flying the American flag. The Arab-Israeli War, which Tel Aviv had started, was shutting down. At 10: 55 AM, on June 8th, the Israelis had correctly identified the Liberty (AGTR-5), as an American vessel. By 2 PM, however, on that same day, it was trying to sink it, and, without any mercy and in violation of international law, kill every living soul on board (See, Bamford's book, "Body of Secrets," pp. 185-239).
Cristol has acknowledged that the Israelis had properly identified the Liberty on the morning of the attack, but he alleges that "an error cycle" kicked in leading to its marking on the plotting table in Tel Aviv to be moved. What hogwash! Who moved it? Could it have been that one-eyed adulterer of a general, Moshe Dayan?
As for the rusting Egyptian vessel, the El Quseir, it was a 1920s-vintage horse calvary transport. It was actually docked on June 8th, in Alexandria, and being readied for scrapping. It also was only one-quarter of the tonnage of the Liberty and about half her size. In addition, the Liberty was flying a 5′ by 8′ American flag, and had a huge satellite dish, 16 ft. high, on her topside, along with large microwave dish and video capturing antennas and other highly visible communication-related equipment The notion that the all-too-clever Israelis, who had access to "Jane's Fighting Ships" mistakenly took the Liberty for the El Quseir, is ludicrous.
Talk about a kick in the face! Why is Cristol, an Israeli sympathizer, being given such a prominent place, at the scheduled conference to spout out his pro-Zionist spiel, as though it is a favored opinion, substantiated and corroborated by American eyewitnesses to the event?
Thirty four Americans died on the Liberty and 172 others were seriously wounded. The Israelis attacked the ship for over an hour with unmarked jet planes, using missiles, napalm, rockets, and torpedo boats, too. The Zionist thugs even machined gunned its life rafts (James M. Ennes, Jr., "Assault on the Liberty.") The Israelis also jammed the Liberty's emergency frequencies, which were "peculiar to the US Navy" (Naval History, "Friendly Fire," June, 2003, David C. Walsh).
Cristol is expected to state at the conference that the Israelis felt compelled to attack the vessel because they suspected it had been lobbing artillery shells 13-plus miles onto the Sinai shore. Keep in mind that the Liberty had been under constant surveillance for over two days and was subject to at least 12 over flights by the Israelis and "six hours of close surveillance." They knew it was physically incapable of such action and only had machine guns on it for its defense. And, even if it was capable of such offensive action, the Laws of War required the Israelis to take other non-hostile i.d. measures before launching a lethal attack.
Author Bamford revealed that on the tragic day in question, the ruthless Israelis were "systematically butchering" Egyptian POWs, as many as "1,000 Egyptian prisoners in the Sinai, including some 400 in the sand dunes of El Arish." This might have been one of the reasons why the attack on the Liberty was authorized. Another might have been to hide Israel's covert plans to seize the Syrian-held Golan Heights. Bamford added that the Israelis had carefully constructed a "curtain of lies. Lies about the Egyptian threat, lies about who started the war, lies to the American president, lies to the UN Security Council, lies to the press, lies to the public…" (p. 203).
During the blood-filled attack on the Liberty, one of the Israeli pilots was overheard boasting, "Great wonderful, she's burning, she's burning" (p. 211). Another Israeli made this coarse crack, " Menachem is screwing her" (p. 212).
A National Security Administration report, fifteen years after the fact, speculated that the Israeli motive may have been that the "destruction of the ship and killing of the personnel would lead the U.S. to blame Egypt for the incident and bring the U.S. into the war on the side of Israel…" (p. 235). This sounds like a reprise of the notorious "Lavon Affair," another dirty tricks operation of the Israelis, back in the early 50s. It entailed Israeli sabotage of U.S. and British facilities in Egypt for the purpose of undermining Egypt's relationship with the UK and the U.S.
Considering all of the above, the State Department's decision to host a program on the USS Liberty, featuring the Israeli promoter, A. Jay Cristol, is insulting to the sacred memory of those 34 unsung heroes who died on that vessel. The program should feature Bamford, or some other comparable Liberty figure, like Lt. Ennes, with Cristol, if allowed at all, participating only in a minor, dissenting, pro-Israeli role.
Finally, at the Jan. 12th conference, somebody should demand that Cristol answer this question: Did Israeli General Moshe Dayan order the attack on the Liberty, and if he didn't, who did?
William Hughes is the author of "Saying 'No' to the War Party" (Iuniverse, Inc.), which is avaiable at Amazon.com.


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Monitoring Solar Activity Trends With a Simple Sunspotter
Kristine Larsen
Physics and Earth Sciences, Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06053
Presented at the 101st Annual Meeting of the AAVSO, November 11, 2012; received
With the Sun now in solar maximum, solar observations are a timely means to interest students and the general public in astronomy in general and variable stars in particular. The commercially produced Sunspotter is a solar projection system that allows for safer solar observations by several individuals simultaneously. Educational uses for the Sunspotter are reviewed, and the ability of the instrument to track trends in the sunspot cycle (compared to a standard telescope and the American Relative Sunspot Number (Ra)) is examined.


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Investigating the cause of Jack's diabetes
Jack underwent genetic testing to investigate the cause of his diabetes which indicated a mutation in the KCNJ11 gene, a gene important for regulating insulin secretion, confirming a diagnosis of KCNJ11 neonatal diabetes. The DNA sequence result generated by the Genetics Laboratory is shown below and in Week 3 we will learn more about this.
Created by Mutation Surveyor v 4.0.6 SoftGenetics, State College PA USA 16803
All patients with diabetes diagnosed at less than six months of age (whatever their age now) should be referred for genetic testing as they are highly likely to have a monogenic cause of their diabetes. You can find out how to access free genetic testing for patients with neonatal diabetes anywhere in the world on our Diabetes Genes website.
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Please inform your school's nurse if your child has special health concerns so district staff may plan a program accordingly. School administrative and health services staff are available to anyone who feels they would like to discuss a health concern that affects a student's well being.
Student Emergencies
If your student has an emergency, we need to contact you. Please be sure to complete and return the Emergency Contact and Health History form every fall for each student in your family. This emergency and health information is available to school staff, as necessary, to work with your student. Accurate and up-to-date information makes it possible for school personnel to provide proper emergency care according to your wishes. Should your telephone number or place of residence change during the school year, be sure to notify the office staff at your student's school.
In case of a medical emergency or illness, school personnel will attempt to notify you immediately. It is your responsibility to make arrangements for the proper care and transportation of your child if he/she should be met with an accident or become too ill to remain in school. These arrangements include designating friends or relatives who would be available to pick up and care for your child in the event we are unable to reach you. Including their names on the emergency form allows us to contact them and release your student to their care. If the emergency is of an urgent nature, school staff will call 911 and a copy of the emergency form will be given to the ambulance attendant.
Excuse from Physical Education
Please send a request to the teacher if your child needs to be excused from physical education. Written instructions are required from the student's physician if the student is to be excused for more than two days, and must include a re-entry date.
Diagnosis, treatment of illness, and/or prescribing drugs and medications are the responsibility of physicians, not school personnel. School personnel will dispense only medications that have been prescribed by a physician. When possible, medication doses should be given at home to avoid interruptions in the school day.
If medication is needed during the school day:
- Parents/guardians must inform the building nurse. Students observed by school personnel self-administering unauthorized medications shall be reported to their parents/guardians.
- A Medication Administration Consent form is required for the administration of all medications. The form must include the student's name, diagnosis, name of medication, dosage information, time to be given, and signatures of parent/guardian and physician.
- Medication must be provided in pharmacy-labeled containers that indicate pharmacy name and telephone number, student's name, physician, and name and dosage of medication. Parents/guardians should ask the pharmacy to split medication into duplicate bottles if it is necessary to give medication during school hours. One bottle will be kept at home and the other at school under the care of school authorities.
- The building nurse will administer prescribed medication. In the absence of the nurse, the medication will be dispensed by a designee named by the principal, in consultation with the building nurse. Students will be allowed to carry and self-administer medications only with a physician's and parent's written permission.
Tylenol or other over-the-counter medicines will be administered to elementary students only with a physician's written order, in addition to the parent authorization. Such over-the-counter medication must be in the original container.
Children should not be in school if they have a temperature of 100 degrees or above. Children who have a contagious illness or are experiencing vomiting, diarrhea or other symptoms of illness that may prohibit active participation in school routines should not be in school until appropriate treatment is secured. Students should be free of elevated temperature, vomiting, and diarrhea symptoms for 24 hours prior to their return to school.
If a student has contracted a contagious disease and a doctor has confirmed it, please inform the student's teacher. Parents of other students may then be cautioned to watch for signs of the disease and help prevent its spread throughout the classroom.
While at school, if a student develops a temperature of 100 or above and/or shows other symptoms of illness, parents will be contacted to pick him/her up. If the parent/guardian cannot be reached, information on the emergency card will be used.
Reporting Absences
Parents are asked to notify the school office when students are going to be absent. This should be done before 9:00 a.m. on the day of the absence. Call your school's voicemail, listed below, and follow the instructions on the recording. All telephone numbers have a 763 area code.
Early Childhood Special Education 391.8786
Basswood Elementary 494.3858
Birch Grove Elementary 561.1374
Cedar Island Elementary 425.5855
Crest View Elementary 561.5165
Edinbrook Elementary 493.4737
Elm Creek Elementary 315.7692
Fair Oaks Elementary 549.2352
Fernbrook Elementary 420.8888
Garden City Elementary 549.2363
Oak View Elementary 391.7246
Palmer Lake Elementary 549.2401
Park Brook Elementary 549.2408
Rice Lake Elementary 315.7372
Rush Creek Elementary 315.9774
Weaver Lake Elementary 420.3337
Woodland Elementary 315.6408
Zanewood Community 549.2436
Brooklyn Middle 569.7616
Maple Grove Middle 315.7603
North View Middle 585.7212
Osseo Middle 391.7280
Maple Grove Senior High 391.8901 (A-K); 391.8700 (L-Z)
Osseo Senior High 391.8512
Park Center Senior High 569.7611 or 569.7612
Osseo Area Learning Center 391.8890
Osseo Secondary Transition Center 315.7470
Immunizations – Are Your Kids Ready For School?
To go to school in Minnesota, students must show they've had the required immunizations, or must file a legal exemption* with the school.
Check to see if your child has the required immunizations.
For more information, call your doctor, clinic, or health plan, or visit the Minnesota Department of Health website.
* Parents may file a medical exemption signed by a health care provider or provide conscientious objection signed by parent/guardian and notarized.
Special Health Care Needs
ISD 279 works to make appropriate plans for those students with special health care needs. The primary responsibility for a student's health care rests with the parent/guardian. School health service is supportive health care that enables education of the student in a safe manner. A student with a "special health care need" is one with a chronic health problem that requires specialized health support beyond routine medication administration during the school day in order to attend school.
Students with special health care needs must be identified and appropriate initial plans developed before attendance at any district building. A team meeting that includes parents/guardians, student (if reasonable), building nurse, appropriate teacher, and others as directed by the principal shall be held for the purpose of establishing the needs and the plan of care (Individualized Healthcare Plan), and initiating the 504 or IEP process, if indicated.
- If a parent's request for service does not match the team's expectation of required care or is considered not to be a school health service, an independent evaluation by a neutral physician may be required and paid for by the school district.
- Provision of direct health care procedures (g-tube feedings, catheterization, etc.) beyond medication administration shall be authorized by physician order and parent/guardian signature. Orders must be renewed at least yearly or at the time of any changes in the procedure.
- The building nurse will be responsible for the case management of all special health needs. The building nurse may delegate health care in accordance with the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act when necessary. A regular documented program of training and supervision of appropriate teachers and other involved school personnel will be required.
- An Individualized Healthcare Plan (IHP) shall document the student's health concern/need, plan of care, and goals/desired outcomes. The IHP should also include an emergency plan if a student's condition may predictably result in an emergency situation. The IHP is the result of the initial team conference. It is written by the Registered Nurse and is filed in the student's health folder.
- Information regarding a student's health needs shall be shared with those personnel who need to know in order to work with that student. This information shall be considered private in accordance with federal and state data practices law.
- The provision of special health care will be done in a manner that will protect privacy, promote developmentally appropriate student independence and minimize interruption to the education of the individual student and other students in the classroom. The location of services will be determined on an individual basis with the previous factors, safety and classroom needs in mind.
- Equipment requirements particular to the needs of a given student and beyond that routinely used for the general health needs of students will be supplied and maintained by the student/family. Students with tracheostomies must have an emergency kit with them at all times.
- Requests for health service while off school grounds (during the school day for school-related activities) will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the district nurse. An invitation may be extended to the parents to attend and provide for their student's unique health needs. In the absence of parent help, a plan will be made to accommodate students with special health needs.


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Closing arguments in Petters trial expected Friday
Closing arguments are expected Friday in the fraud trial of Minnesota businessman Tom Petters.
Petters faced a scorching cross examination Thursday in his second full day on the stand.
Prosecutor Joe Dixon berated Petters, who decided to testify in his own defense. During questioning, Dixon charged Petters was willing to lie and cheat to make himself into a corporate tycoon. Dixon said Petters let inexperienced, unqualified cronies run PCI because "real business people" would have discovered the fraud there.
Dixon also said Petters cheated on his taxes, failing to report millions of dollars in income. Dixon asked Petters if his tax returns fairly represented his income. Petters said, "I don't know."
Petters continued to insist he is not responsible for a massive Ponzi scheme carried out at Petters Co Inc. He argues employees and business associates perpetrated the $3.5 billion fraud behind his back.
Petters told Dixon he was unaware of a fraud at PCI until he was told of it by former employee Deanna Coleman. Petters said Coleman was responsible for running the company. Coleman, however, said Petters masterminded the fraud, and has testified against Petters for the prosecution.
Prosecutor Joe Dixon dismissed as ridiculous Petters' contention that Coleman could conceal a fraud at PCI from Petters. He noted that Petters said Coleman was a very close and trusted friend.
"You had the closest of closest relationships and she hid a fraud from you for 15 years?" Dixon asked in disbelief.
"Yes," Petters responded.
Dixon told the court Coleman and Petters were lovers for nearly a year and a half. Petters denied the affair lasted very long.
But Dixon then played a secret tape recording Coleman made of Petters in 2008. In the tape, Coleman is on the phone talking to Petters at his home about signing some documents when Petters suggests that Coleman "come over [to his house] and jump in bed with me." He adds he is naked.
Dixon tried to corner Petters repeatedly with what appear to be incriminating statements Petters made in secretly recorded conversations. But Petters typically would try to explain them away as being taken out of context.
Petters' responses to Dixon got pretty flippant at times. Asked if it were possible he lied about meeting with Costco executives, Petters said "anything is possible."
Dixon ticked off a list of people Petters blames for the fraud. but noted Petters brought them all together.
Petters said he "sure did."
"They were your instruments," said Dixon.
"Yeah, they were my instruments," Petters said sarcastically.
Defense attorney Jon Hopeman said he expects to rest his case on Friday. Prosecutors may call a rebuttal witness, but both sides expect to begin final arguments before the day is out.


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Fortunately, that ban didn't extend to public speaking, and al-Sharif was able to follow her imprisonment with this speech at the Oslo Freedom Forum. For all that we westerners complain about women not getting on the program at conferences, we don't begin to face the limits placed on women in al-Sharif's country, where, as she says in the speech, "We were voiceless, we were faceless and we were nameless." This speech is moving purely for its simple and straightforward description of the day-to-day limits placed on women in Islamic society--limits that al-Sharif accepted for a long time.
Women started to defy the ban on women driving in 1990. Those women were banished from the country, and driving was further outlawed for women, but the spark of their "drive to freedom" stuck with al-Sharif. Of her own driving attempt, she says, "I used my face, my voice and my real name. I was there to speak up for myself. I used to be ashamed of who I am, a woman. But not anymore." Her driving attempt led to even more women defying the ban--without arrest.
Here's what you can learn from this famous speech:
- Step away from that lectern: She's not speaking in her native language and is relaying many dates, historical facts and complex issues, so al-Sharif uses a lectern and notes--but steps away from the lectern repeatedly to speak from the heart about her own experiences. You don't need notes and the safety of a lectern to tell a story from your past, so step out where we can see you. It helps her connect with the audience even more.
- Share the unimaginable for us, and for you: While her western audiences may be trying to picture a world in which women can't drive, for al-Sharif, the unimaginable was the further shame heaped on her as rumors were spread about her after the incident, in an attempt to discourage her and others who might follow her--a common backlash when women speak out. She said: "That was the hardest thing: Not facing what I did, but facing the things I did not do."
- Carry the analogy through: From the title "The Drive to Freedom" to her closing lines--"for me, the struggle is not about driving a car. It is about being in the driver's seat of our destiny"--al-Sharif uses the driving analogy wisely, not too well. It's used for greatest effect at beginning and end, but not to distract from the already powerful content that fills this speech. Resisting the urge to bang your analogy into the ground will ensure a more powerful punch in your own speeches.
And here's the video of al-Sharif driving in defiance of the ban:
What do you think of this famous speech?


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A town hall discussion on the future of Minneapolis, with a focus on plans for neighborhoods just south and west of Downtown, will be held Tuesday from 7–9 p.m. at the Walker Art Center, 1750 Hennepin Ave. S.
"The Changing Face of Minneapolis," hosted by Lowry Hill Residents, Inc. (LHRI), will preview coming changes in transit and transportation, including a proposed streetcar line on Hennepin Avenue and the long-range plan for the Lowry Hill Tunnel on Interstate 94. There will also be discussion of the Bassett Creek Valley Master Plan, a major development project that would transform industrial land west of Downtown into office and residential space.
Also scheduled to speak is Olga Viso, the Walker's new director, who will present expansion plans for the museum's sculpture garden.
There will be a short question-and-answer period at the end of the meeting.
LHRI specifically invited residents from Bryn Mawr, East Isles, Harrison, Kenwood, Loring Park, Lowry Hill, Stevens Square-Loring Heights and The Wedge to the town hall meeting.


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The Monk, a once peaceful and passive student, has been called from his solitary meditation and forced to take up arms in the defense of his land. Only he, through his expert spear fighting skill, can avenge the death of his master. Channeling his aura energies to heal allies and cripple foes, the Monk is the ultimate team asset.
- Ensnare Aura (3 DU) - Slows enemy movement and attack speeds. Monsters with a poison affinity are immune.
- Electric Aura (5 DU) ‐ Deals electricity damage over time. Monsters with a lightning affinity are immune.
- Healing Aura (4 DU) - Heals friendly heroes.
- Strength Drain Aura (5 DU) - Enemies deal less damage and elemental affinities are taken away.
- Enrage Aura (5 DU) ‐ Enemies become blind with rage, attacking and killing one another. Monsters with a fire affinity are immune.
- Hero Boost ‐ While active, increases the power of nearby allied heroes while also regenerating their health. An aura field shows around the monk showing the approximate range. This aura does not benefit from tower stats.
- Defense Boost ‐ While active, increases the effectiveness of nearby towers while also regenerating their health. Does not repair traps. An aura field shows around the monk showing the approximate range. This aura does not benefit from tower stats.
Weapon Skills
- The Monk's weapons will often come with stats for melee, range, and elemental damage. The elemental damage applies only to melee attacks.
- Additional projectiles and faster projectile speed stats may also exist, but apply only to ranged attacks.
- Many players have reported greater DPS by alternating between both forms of attacks rapidly.
As of PC patch 7.17e, several changes have been made to the Monk.
- Healing Auras now cost only 4 defense units, and heal for 20% more.
- Defense Boost has been buffed by 1.65x on Nightmare Difficulty.
- The effectiveness of Hero Boost's health regeneration has been buffed by 4x on Nightmare Difficulty
Weapon Effectiveness
Extensive Weapon Effectiveness
Monk's Costumes
- Cardboard Tube Samurai Costume
- Conquistador Costume
- Cupid Costume
- Devil Costume
- Legendary Monk Costume
- Ninja Costume
- Reindeer Costume
- Super Legendary Monk Costume
- The Prez Costume
In the game's source code, a hidden function to autocreate characters was made, with 1 class for each class, the name for the Monk class character is "Xiao," found in DunDefHeroManager.uc.
This hero looks similiar to Aang from Avatar: The Last Airbender series.
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Serody Lab
The Serody laboratory is focused on a better understanding of transplantation and tumor immunology and ways to use this to improve the outcome for patients undergoing bone marrow or stem cell transplantation and for the treatment of certain types of cancer. We have pioneered a number of approaches that have become standard for these evaluations including the use of transgenic mice expressing specific colored flurorochromes to track the migration of immune cells after bone marrow transplantation, the use of genetically modified mice that mimic human tumors to test immunotherapy, the use of dendritic cells loaded with tumor antigens to treat patients with breast cancer and the role of proteins important in migration in the biology of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD). The laboratory focuses on three broad areas; acute and chronic GVHD biology, pre-clinical models to test tumor vaccines and the function of immune cells in the ability of tumors to grow locally or metastasize and tumor vaccine treatments for patients.


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Far from breaking up, the Eurozone is on the verge of welcoming a new member. Latvia has become the eighteenth country to win approval from the European Commission to officially enter the joint currency group.
The news is good press for the Eurozone, after so many bad headlines. Olli Rehn, the EU's economic and monetary affairs commissioner, was quick to capitalize on it at a news conference, where he said, "Those who predicted a disintegration of the euro … were simply wrong." He touted the country's determination to become a member as a sign of confidence in the euro.
Latvia has walked a very hard road to get the green light, conferred in early June. Bailed out in 2008 to the tune of 7.5 billion euros ($9.9 billion), the country followed a strict austerity policy and chose not to devalue its currency, which had already been pegged to the euro for some ten years. Instead, it stuck to tough measures that included cuts to spending and increases in taxes. It was so enthusiastic about embracing cuts to public spending that the International Monetary Fund said it had gone too far and risked the country's social safety net.
Such tight controls over what money it had—its GDP shrank by 20% when the financial crisis hit—enabled Latvia to woo investors in December with a bond issue that brought in $1.25 billion. That boost in funds allowed Latvia to pay off its bailout in January, faster than any other country and three years ahead of schedule. Now the eastern European nation has its sights set on Eurozone membership by January 1 of 2014, and it's expected that the July meeting of EU finance ministers will see approval granted. Even though EU leaders and the European Parliament still have to give the go-ahead, no problems are expected.
The Latvian people aren't as happy about the coming union as their leaders are. Polls show that membership in the Eurozone is nowhere near as attractive to those who have been enduring all those austerity measures as it is to the politicians determined to bring it about. The opposition to the monetary union runs about two to one against.
Peter Fitzpatrick at Fitch Ratings pointed toward the company's expectation that final approval will be given, since "Latvia comfortably meets the Maastricht criteria on government debt, the budget deficit and long-term sovereign bond yields, inflation and exchange rate stability in the Exchange Rate Mechanism. No country that has met the quantitative criteria has had its euro application rejected."
Fitch also said that final approval to enter the Eurozone "will trigger a sovereign rating review. Our position remains that euro adoption would deliver net benefits to the Latvian economy, and would be likely to lead to an upgrade."
That said, there is another consideration.
While there are financial benefits to joining the euro, which the country hopes will boost its economy, there are also political reasons it's determined to economically ally itself more closely with the West. Its former occupation by Russia has left a bitter taste. The bitterness could extend to Latvia's banks, as well, since about half their deposits come from nonresidents, many of them hailing from places in the former Soviet Union. That could spell trouble anyway, just as it has for Cyprus with its heavy concentration of Russian deposits.
"Recent events in Cyprus have drawn attention to Latvia's high reliance on nonresident depositors [many of whom are believed to be Russian] in its banking sector," according to Fitch. "It is possible that some euro area member states might have concerns about financial stability in Latvia and potential contingent liabilities for other Eurozone members, and therefore could seek a delay."
In early May, Fitch stated that Latvia's banking sector risks are "fundamentally different" from those in Cyprus prior to the Cyprus bailout. Still, "the Cyprus fallout has raised the risks on Latvia's bid for euro accession in January 2014 amid a fluid political environment in Europe."
The ratings agency also warned at the end of the month that moving to the joint currency was not a panacea, saying that "…euro adoption is not without its costs. Membership of EMU brings additional financial liabilities related to the funding of the European Financial Stability Facility and the European Stability Mechanism. Although the size of such costs is unclear, participation in the ESM would enhance fiscal financing flexibility through access to new sources of emergency external funding if needed."
Determined to be optimistic, Latvia is meeting with investors to talk about capital markets funding opportunities. Although the country does not plan to do so immediately, it is laying the groundwork for a reentry into capital markets perhaps later in the year. Citi, JP Morgan and SG CIB have been hired to set up meetings with investors in Frankfurt, London, Paris and Vienna. The country is hoping for a resurgence of investment similar to that experienced by Estonia, which has benefited from lower interest rates and costs for currency conversion—events that have apparently swayed Estonians to be more in favor of the euro now that it's a done deal.
Latvia may be first at the gate among its remaining Eastern European brethren to embrace the euro, but there's not much of a line behind it. Other countries in the region are not quite so eager to join the crowd. In February, Poland postponed setting a firm date to move to the joint currency until after its 2015 general election. The Polish prime minister said at the time that the country will have met all the requirements to start using the euro by then. The governor of the Czech Republic's central bank said at the end of May that his country would likely not move to use the euro until 2019. And Hungary said around the same time that it would be longer than a decade until it switches to the euro.
The procrastination prize has to go, however, not to anyone in Eastern Europe, but to Denmark, which in mid-May said it was postponing indefinitely any adoption of the euro. Its currency is pegged to the euro, but its citizens have watched one bailout after another in the Eurozone with dismay and if a referendum were held any time in the next several years, the answer would be no—as it was in 2000.


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In a time during which most individuals go to extreme measures to avoid controversy, scientists involved in the dinosaur debate have taken off their gloves, and now are letting the allegations fly. For many years, the prevailing theory regarding what happened to the dinosaurs revolved around an asteroid that slammed into the Earth, which caused massive fires that polluted the atmosphere with soot and dust, and resulted in a drastically reduced temperature in which dinosaurs could not survive. Of course, this explanation did not answer all questions (such as why some animals survived while mainly dinosaurs were selectively annihilated), so other researchers held to a variety of differing viewssuggesting that the dinosaurs died out gradually as the Earths climate changed. What started out as different scientific theories has now escalated into full-scale warfare.
The heated dispute centers on a core sample that was recovered from the Earth in April 2002. This particular core sample came from the Chicxulub crater on Mexicos Yucatán Peninsula. Buried under a half mile of rock is believed to be the exact location where a huge asteroid impacted with the Earththe location that many believe marks the site of the dinosaur-destroying asteroids impact. Researchers hoped that by studying core samples from this area they could help answer the question of what caused the extinction of the dinosaurs. In April 2002, drilling teams finally reached a critical section that scientists were eager to analyze. When they removed this key core sample, researchers began to battle for access to segments in order to carry out their research. With previous core sections, researchers were able to select their samples, secure them for research projects, and leave. But with more scientists wanting samples from this key section, things became heated. To the disgust of many scientists, the key core sample was entrusted to Jan Smit, a geologist at the Free University of Amsterdam, and a leading supporter of the asteroid hypothesis. Rather than give out samples on location in Mexico, Smit decided to take the whole thing back to Amsterdam, claiming that he could do a better job of cutting the core in his laboratory.
Robin McKiethe noted that Smit promised, to cut up the samples and distribute them to project scientists
. A year later, many scientists were still seeking the promised samples (2003). In writing about the hot tempers that have erupted over this sample, Rex Dalton commented:
In June 2002, Smit took the boundary-core section to Amsterdam to cut specimens for analysis. The agreement, confirmed by Smit in a 3 July letter to Urrutia [Jaime Urrutia Fucugauchi, team leader for the National Autonomous University of MexicoBH], was that Smit would distribute boundary-core samples to project scientists worldwide by 15 August, and return the remaining core material to Mexico by 15 September. But those deadlines were missed, and Urrutia says that he regrets entering into the agreement. I now believe Smit wanted to control that segment, he claims (2003, 425:14).
When some of the scientists finally did receive samples, many found them too small for the tests they wanted to perform. Erika Elswick of Indiana University in Bloomington lamented: We were dismayed. There was no explanation given, no apology (as quoted in Dalton, 2003, p. 14). One scientist, Gerta Keller, a palaeontologist at Princeton University, continued pressing Smit until he finally relented and sent enough samples for her to study fossilized marine plankton. Her analysis clearly showed these creatures prospered long after the impact. Thus, Keller concluded that the Chicxulub impact could not have caused the mass extinction.
In viewing how things have been handled regarding the data and the feuding among scientists, Norman MacLeod claimed: Its not about science. Its about peoples reputations (425:14). MacLeod is keeper of paleontology at Londons Natural History Museum. He further commented, This affair has become an object lesson on how partisan and unethical the whole dinosaur controversy has become. Young scientists are now refusing to get involved in this field because no matter what they say it will offend someone and damage their careers (as quoted in McKiethe, 2003).
The American Heritage Dictionary defines science as: The observation, identification, description, experimental investigation, and theoretical explanation of phenomena
. Knowledge, especially that gained through experience (2000, p. 1560). What is currently taking place regarding the dinosaurs demise is not science. Researchers are entering into experiments with preconceived ideas, evolutionary bias, and personal agendas. As Smit demonstrated, if anyone challenges those preconceived ideas, then researchers simply will take the ball home and not let anyone play. Sadly, MacLeod is right. This isnt about science. Its about peoples reputations.
American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language (2000), (Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin), fourth edition.
Dalton, Rex (2003), Hot Tempers, Hard Core, Nature, 425:13-14, September 4.
McKiethe, Robin (2003), Fur Flies as Dinosaur Experts Feud, The Taipei Times, September 8, [On-line], URL: http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/world/archives/2003/09/08/2003067003.
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But in the short run, a lot of government-provided data sets -- used by businesses, nonprofits, individuals, and governments alike -- are not being updated or are completely unavailable.
The United States normally maintains a broad list of data APIs through its Data.gov site, many of which are echoed in ProgrammableWeb.com's list of government-supplied APIs. Unfortunately, even the Data.gov lists are offline (try the Internet Archive for a backup copy of the master list).
Here's some of the most relevant and useful APIs and data sources that are offline for the time being, along with some suggested backups.
Government APIs that aren't working
Bureau of Economic Analysis: Even historical data isn't available right now from the BEA; the entire site has gone dark.
Bureau of Labor Statistics: The agency normally responsible for issuing jobs reports will "not collect data, issue reports, or respond to public inquiries" during the shutdown period. That means no data on job losses or gains, and no unemployment numbers (all of which were scheduled to come out this Friday).
Census Bureau: As with the BEA, the Census Bureau is totally dark. However, others have suggested the state-level Missouri Census Data Center as an interim alternative, since it has historical data for all states, not just Missouri.
Centers for Disease Control/National Center for Health Statistics: The CDC's Content Syndication section still appears to be online, although with the disclaimer that it may not be updated, likewise the Health Indicators Warehouse. WONDER (mortality data) is totally offline, including historical data.
Department of Agriculture: Both the DoA and its Economic Research Service are totally dark, with both APIs and historical data offline.
Department of Justice: Entirely offline, including Bureau of Justice Statistics.
Department of Labor: Access to all datasets is offline. Some historical data can be gleaned from their articles archive.
National Center for Education Statistics: Entirely offline, including historical data. Some high-level data of comparable use can be obtained from the World Bank's website.
We the People: A read-only API for the sake of accessing petitions submitted to the White House. Any petitions that were open as of Oct. 1 "will have their deadlines extended" to compensate for the shutdown.
Government APIs that are partially or entirely working
U.S. Geological Survey: Offline, but many data sources relating to natural hazards or things "necessary to protect lives and property" -- such as disease maps -- are still online.
IT Dashboard: The data feeds for the website "enabling federal agencies, industry, the general public, and other stakeholders to view details of federal information technology investments" are up and running. Data is current as of Aug. 30, 2013, however (it's updated only biannually anyway, though).
Homeland Security/TSA: The MyTSA Web Service API still appears to be working, since it's a security-related government function.
Bureau of Transportation Statistics: Most historical data still appears to be available, but data updates do not appear to be taking place.
Department of Defense: >Unsurprisingly, the list of DoD APIs and Web services all seem to be up and running.
Federal Reserve: The FRED is still up, although some data is not being added during the shutdown.
National Vulnerability Database: Provided by the NIST, this database is still queryable, although it's not being updated during the shutdown.
U.S. Energy Information Administration: Officially a beta product, its data sets still appear to be accessible, although it's not clear if they're still being updated.
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office: The patent and trademark databases are still online and can be queried.
This story, "Where you can't (and can) get government data during the shutdown," was originally published at InfoWorld.com. Get the first word on what the important tech news really means with the InfoWorld Tech Watch blog. For the latest developments in business technology news, follow InfoWorld.com on Twitter.


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Dear Marvin,
I would just like to say how much I love your magazine. As you might have read, I was involved in the rescue of Air France 358. I must say that after that, the only thing that could calm me down was lighting up one of my Cuban cigars. For most of the week I was sort of out of it and had trouble sleeping, but once I had a cigar I could relax enough to be able to be in the now.
I always look forward to a new edition of your magazine and can't wait until the new one is on the newsstands. I think in the last week since the crash, I have smoked most of my supply of cigars, but it was worth it. It kept me sane and relaxed. Thanks for a great magazine and keep up the good work.
Guy Ledez
Brampton, Ontario
Editor's Note: The following letter was sent to Sal Fontana of Caribe Imported cigars, after he sent a gift of Camacho and Baccarat cigars to a U.S. soldier serving in Afghanistan. The soldier agreed to have it published here.
Dear Mr. Fontana,
My family has taught me that when somebody sends a gift it is appropriate to send a thank you to show your appreciation. I hope you will accept my apologies for this delayed thank you, as it does not reflect how truly thankful I was for your gift of cigars. It was a very kind gesture and deserved a quicker response than I have given. To help you better understand how much I truly enjoyed your gift I am including a story.
On an early morning in Kyrgyzstan (evening in North Carolina) I phoned my sister Amy. I was telling her how I had just returned from a three-day stay at Kandahar, Afghanistan (a place we frequently flew into).
"The combat zone is a surreal experience," I said. "You are in the middle of a dust bowl; everyone is slinging a weapon, even when in casual attire. Helicopters and planes are flying overhead, land mines are being detonated just outside of the perimeter of the airfield, and there is a constant awareness that someone may try to mortar us (which isn't too uncommon). Inside the fences lies Kandahar International Airport (which housed many casualties during the first phase of the war), remains of buildings we bombed (before taking control of the airport), an empty mosque and a massive tent city (that housed both Air Force and Army). Within the center of all of this is a sort of plaza area. It has a general store, some local gift shops and a coffee shop that resembles a city café. What seemed so surreal is that I am in a war environment, but am able to go to a café and order a latte just like the others in line ahead of me. If it weren't for the mix of people in casual and military attire, all of whom have a gun on their hip, or slung over their shoulder, you might think for a minute you were in a café at home. Outside there is a shaded deck area where troops were enjoying conversation, coffee and smokes. I can only describe it as a sort of Wild West feeling about the place. When I sat down I could smell a cigar burning, and just for a minute, I had a mental escape. I found myself sitting with Don and Sally on their porch back in Texas enjoying a cigar, and had thoughts of Dad and me enjoying a cigar together. It's funny how a smell can spark such nostalgia and good feelings. Man, right then I thought a cigar would be great.
After our conversation Amy told Don how I was craving a cigar, and I am sure that in some way Don told you. I know this because of the great cigars you sent. I didn't know if you knew the story behind it. I thought it was important to share because by just having a cigar I was able to mentally escape to Don and Sally's porch, or to a conversation, beer and a cigar with my dad for just a little bit. So this is why that was such a great gift, and for that, I thank you, Sal. The guys I shared them with thank you as well. I would hand them out and they would ask where I got them. "My friend Don's Uncle Sal, Sal Fontana. He sent these to me to share with you guys."
I was even able to get some out to the troops we were flying in and out of the combat zone, and I'm sure they appreciated them. Something as simple as smoking a cigar can boost morale because it's a treat from home. It was a great contribution to the morale effort on your part and you should be proud.
I will be returning overseas next week, but this time we "fill fly" in Iraq. I will take a flag and fly it on your behalf during one of our missions. When I return, I will send it to you, as part of my thanks.
Eric K. Fancher
Little Rock, Arkansas
Dear Marvin,
A New Jersey politician, Loretta Weinberg, is calling for a bill that would make smoking while driving in our state a secondary offense. Her pretext is that smoking can be a "distraction." And pretext it is, for, statistically speaking, smoking while driving is among the least of road distractions. (Even the AAA opposes such a bill.)
Insightful citizens know that Weinberg's proposal is merely another attempt to curtail smoking everywhere. To my libertarian mind, it is undemocratic and violates the right to privacy. Her words are not only authoritarian in concept, but clearly show an un-American, socialist-collectivist mentality: "We want to do the best for people." Recollect that! Weinberg and her supporters want to legislate against a citizen's natural right to decide what is best for himself. No thanks, Ms. Weinberg, I'll continue to do my own thinking, pursue my own lifestyle, and smoke a cigar while driving, much of the time, alone.
Realistic or not, the words of Ronald Reagan echo vibrantly: "Get government off the backs of people."
Carl Shapiro
Ridgefield, New Jersey
Dear Marvin,
Wow! As I sit here enjoying a Montecristo Platinum Habano No. 3, I think back to just a little over three weeks ago. I was enjoying myself at the C.A.O. and Rocky Patel/Drew Estate parties during RTDA in New Orleans not having a care in the world. Just enjoying being amongst fellow smokers. Now, there may not be a New Orleans. I normally don't write to magazines, but I seized this moment to do so. I am an original New Orleanian, who enjoyed a great career in the Air Force, traveling the world over and then returning after retiring in 1999. I've lived through Hurricane Betsy and Hurricane Camille, losing everything, only to start over again and continue loving my hometown with all its faults and drawbacks and, of course, the potential of another catastrophic disaster.
Needless to say, when the order was issued to evacuate, my better half (Michele) and I packed a few things and headed north. As normal when we take a trip, I gathered a few smokes (in this case a box of the No. 3s, a box of Camacho Legends series and a box of the brand new Camacho Candela Monarcas) I purchased on Saturday at my favorite smoke shop, making sure I had enough just in case I ran into a fellow aficionado who I could share with. I fully understood the potential threat of Hurricane Katrina, but figured we'd suffer some damage and would return in a few days—five tops, to be exact.
We headed up Interstate 59, stopping in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on Sunday, the day before the storm made landfall. Upon waking Monday morning knowing the storm was converging on the city, I prayed that it wouldn't be total destruction.
It's now Tuesday evening and according to accounts by various news outlets, it's a lot worse than I expected. Will there ever be another New Orleans? Only the good Lord and time will tell. My reason for writing is that life is truly a blessing and we each should stop, think and be thankful for what we have. As we watch the news broadcasts, we are viewing our area of town, and to this point from what we can tell, we've lost everything, including my collection of almost 1,100 fine cigars, cigar accessories, my poster from the Big Smoke held in New Orleans in 2000 and my prized copy of your magazine's first edition. Those things can be replaced, but life can't.
As I compose this e-mail, my heart is saddened for those who lost their lives, those who also lost everything, and don't have the immediate means to replace those things. As I sit here enjoying this smoke, it allows me to reflect on my life, past and present, and to think that regardless of the state of the union, "life ain't that bad." Sure we'll have to start all over again, but we have that opportunity. Having confirmed that my family made it out safely, I could not ask for more.
I sincerely hope you pass this on to your readers, with hopes that each and everyone of them should be thankful, and the next time they read, see or hear about a disaster somewhere, don't take it lightly. It could happen to you! We figure we'll be allowed to return to the city in a week or so, to pick up and move on. I'll rebuild my home, my collection and hopefully so will everyone else, but again, I must say that we will be able to, as we are alive and dwell in the greatest country in the world. I have been a cigar aficionado for almost 22 years, and never thought the day would arrive when a fine smoke would really ease my mind, and help me deal with a life crisis.
As I mentioned earlier I have enjoyed your publication since day one and have kept every issue, frequently reverting back to past issues re-reading stories of life elsewhere. With that in mind I thought now was a better time than ever to write and share my "life crisis" with fellow aficionados the world over. I'm sitting in a "cigar friendly" hotel, just pondering where we will start upon return to the Big Easy. I say to you and your readers, stop and smell the roses and enjoy a good smoke whenever you can, after all, we are really not guaranteed tomorrow. No matter how our leaders continually attempt to ban smoking, raise taxes on tobacco and the other ills of our society, even in the worst situation one could imagine, a cigar just may be the thing to allow you to deal with that situation and have peace of mind.
Thanks for letting me share with you, and may God bless and keep you and this wonderful place we call America. I'll write again, after I return and get my life in order, as I sit somewhere enjoying another fine smoke. Godspeed.
Gregory I. Ceaser, USAF Retired
New Orleans, Louisiana
Dear Marvin,
What a woman really wants is a man who considers her needs before his own—even in a cigar! She doesn't want a huge Churchill hanging out of her mouth that she has to "suck hard" on in public. She wants a classy little petit corona like the Fuente Fuente OpusX Perfecxion No. 5 that I searched for all over Dallas (because of your review).
Case in point: Recently I went to Club Macanudo in New York City after a delicious meal at Babbo. I had been looking forward to enjoying my OpusX petit corona at the bar, but since I had just flown in from Dallas, I had to borrow a lighter from a charming young man who had just returned from Cuba. I ordered a cognac and called an older man friend to come join me. When he arrived, he insisted on me smoking a Davidoff and lighting it with a match since he was too macho to let me borrow the other man's lighter. Then, in his selfish desire to take me back to his place, he rushed me through the tasty RR and cognac and put me in his car.
Well you would think that a man in his sixties would be more patient and considerate. The fast smoking and the fast car ride upset my stomach. Even though I was truly ill and it was partly his fault, he yelled at me and I had to take a cab ride to get back to my apartment. I was fine the next morning, but he showed his bad nature and missed out on the rest of a fun week.
Moral of the story—take your time with a good cigar and a good woman, they're hard to find!
Connie White
Dallas, Texas
Dear Marvin,
I recently returned from my honeymoon in Victoria, British Columbia. Fine cigars were easily accessible. Near the end of our stay in Canada, I purchased three Cuban stogies. The first, a Partagas, was delicious. I smoked it down to the last sip. The other two? That's another story.
The other two cigars, a Montecristo and a Fuente, made me angry. Well, let me back up. I was angry at myself. And angry at the U.S. government. When we were coming back across the border I was honest about possessing the Cubans, and ended up being forced to either smoke them on the spot or toss them. To add fuel to the proverbial fire, the customs agent made various statements about cigars from other countries being better and about us not wanting to support Fidel Castro.
I am angry that the U. S. government is the only one in the world that bans Cuban cigars, regardless of how they taste in comparison to any other country. I am angry that someone somewhere actually thinks we are helping human beings who live in Cuba by not buying and selling their goods. It's not as simple as fighting communism and Castro. Most of all I'm angry that the greatest country in the world has missed the boat on this one. No American should have to hide otherwise legal, good cigars from their own government.
Jon Wymer
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The Center for NanoScience (CeNS) was founded in 1998 at the Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU) Munich. The mission of CeNS is to promote and coordinate interdisciplinary research in the field of nanoscience in the Munich area. CeNS is an association of junior and senior scientists from basic research and industry and is conceived as a network, joining people from various institutions (LMU, TU Munich, University of Augsburg and others).
A grassroots movement exploring the nanoworld
CeNS consolidates research activities at the nanometer scale from the areas of physics, biophysics, chemistry, biochemistry, and medicine. The network promotes the mutual understanding and collaboration between researchers from these different disciplines by joint seminars, workshops, and schools which are organized by CeNS. Professors, junior group leaders, PostDocs, PhD students as well as Diploma and Masters students interact with each other within this lively network, exchanging scientific ideas and establishing new research collaborations.
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CeNS offers a comprehensive educational program to PhD and Diploma students. Workshops, seminars, colloquia and lecture series are organized on a regular basis throughout the whole year. The topics presented by internationally renowned speakers cover the broad spectrum of nanosciences and nanobiosciences. International exchange programs and soft-skills workshops complete the interdisciplinary program. The students are incited to suggest workshop topics and organize scientific events on their own and are strongly encouraged to invite interesting speakers to seminars and workshops.
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On the fertile soil of CeNS new multidisciplinary research groups have been established such as the Cluster of Excellence Nanosystems Initiative Munich (NIM), the LMUinnovativ project Functional Nanosystems, SFB 863 "Forces in biomolecular systems" and SFB 1032 "Nanoagents for spatiotemporal control of molecular and cellular reactions" of the German research council (DFG) as well as many interdisciplinary research projects supported by the BMBF, the DFG, the Volkswagen Foundation, and the European Union.
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